SF’s iconic Palace Hotel: Turn-of-the-century elegance

Even if you're one of those insufferable minimalists, you can't help being wowed by the garden court at the Palace Hotel. Marble columns, Austrian chandeliers, 115-year-old glass dome... We ordered room service because it's just easier with kids, but stopped by the garden court to have a good look.

The hotel survived the 1906 earthquake but burned down in the ensuing great fire. It was rebuilt in 1909.

I've always wanted to live above a chocolate store! Our incredible suite at the Palace Hotel was directly above the Ghirardelli store.

Our suite is inside those windows directly above the Ghirardelli store.
Beautiful molding, soaring ceilings. And a white sofa!?
Those coffered walls, that four poster bed. Paul immediately claimed this room.
The kids loved that curved corner window.
So elegant. I kept expecting a governess to pop out at some point.

Here's a link to my story for Seattle's Child: family-friendly adventures in San Francisco.

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